10 Facts About Corgis You Paw-bibly Didn’t Know

It’s easy to see why Corgis are one of the most popular breeds today. They’re compact logs of fur with hearts of gold. What more is there to love? We’ve rustled up ten pup-tacular facts about these guys that will surely put a smile on your face.

10) Corgis are the 11th smartest dog breed as ranked by psychology professor Stanley Coren. They are able to learn commands in 5-10 repetitions and 85% of the time they obey the command the first time. (Source)

8) Beloved in England, Corgis have been part of the British Royal Family for over 70 years. Queen Elizabeth II has owned more than 30 Corgis since she was a young child, making the breed synonymous with the Royal Family. (Source)

4) While they make look different in stature, Corgis are closely related to Siberian Huskies. They are both in the Spitz family of dogs, characterized by their thick fur and pointed ears and muzzle. (Source)

1) Corgis were prized in early Welsh settlements for their loyalty, herding abilities, and companionship. Laws were put in place which severely penalized thieves of the much revered pooch, and no family could walk with heads held high if their Corgi wasn’t adept at performing a variety of tricks. (Source)